I loved this photo straight from the camera, and just couldn’t resist using it to try out the Vintage Attic action from The CoffeeShop Blog. I think I’m in love – beautiful results and simple to follow instructions. A little scripture verse seemed the perfect finishing touch. He shall direct thy paths. – Proverbs 3:6
The Family Squirrel You may remember the Family Squirrel from THIS POST. The sneaky little guy appears unexpectedly at homes in our family. Sometimes he’s in disguise, and others times he’s hidden so cleverly that it takes weeks to find him. And sometimes he’s someplace we can’t miss – but his appearance is shrouded in […]
There’s something so comforting in the scent of lilacs – a subtle assurance that winter has passed and the world is coming back to life. This time of year I love their scent drifting into the bedroom on a morning breeze, teaming up with the neighborhood chickadee to gently nudge us awake. I’m certain if […]
I’m not talking about only doing things you love. That’s irresponsible. I’m not even talking about loving every single thing you have to do. Even when we find satisfaction in our work, there are always unpleasant things that we must do – things that we tolerate and wade through, but hope not to have to […]
Friendship is one of the very best kinds of love, and I feel especially qualified to post on this subject because of my own treasured collection of fine friends. One of my very favorite things about the neighborhood where I live is the remarkable and talented women that I have the opportunity to meet and […]
Vintage Inspired Illustrations I’ve just added my newest set of digi stamp illustrations to the shop at www.buddly.com! This set was inspired by vintage family photos and the colors in the paper set reflect that vintage feel. You’ll find roses and forget-me-nots, a baby doll, and a favorite book with these sweet girls. The sentiments also […]
For the next couple of months Technique Tuesdays will be devoted to digital artwork and how (and why) to use it. I hope this will answer many of the questions I get about what I do and “what on earth would I DO with it?” My goal is to end the series with a crowd of readers […]
My dear one and I recently spent a bit of time at Lake Powell. He fished and swam, and I tried to stay in the shade and read. We were both very happy. I really love water. I love to drink it. I love to shower in it. I love a hot bathtub full of it […]
It really *IS* a cupcake kind of day. . . I think I’m going to let my own little Chef Alonzo have free rein in the kitchen for awhile. Cupcakes are his specialty, which is what inspired this sweet digi stamp in the first place. Chocolate cupcakes. Or white. I don’t much care at this […]
This week I had the opportunity to spend some time camping and hiking out in the middle of Wyoming. There were so many beautiful moments, but one of my favorites was standing with my eyes closed, face to the gentle breeze, just breathing in the clean, cool, sagebrush-scented air. I had forgotten how wonderful that can […]
Hi! I’m Barbara Anne Williams, a designer and illustrator living in the Rocky Mountains of Northern Utah. I find inspiration in the beauty of nature, the scent of old books, and the kindness of everyday heroes.
